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Quality Control Inspector I - Electrical Division

Sundt Careers, Patagonia, AZ, United States


Quality Control Inspector I - Electrical Division

Patagonia, AZ, United States (On-site)
Job Description

Job Summary

Position is required to perform the inspection, acceptance, and/or rejection of electrical work on an assigned project in compliance with applicable codes, project specifications, approved submittals, and Sundt's Quality Management System. The Quality Control Inspector I verifies that installed electrical work — including raceway systems, cable tray, grounding and bonding, terminations, low- and medium-voltage equipment, and associated testing — conforms to contract documents and applicable standards prior to concealment, energization, or commissioning. Must be a journey-level electrician with a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, NETA ATS, and IEEE standards applicable to electrical construction and field testing. Must be capable of witnessing and documenting electrical testing, reviewing third-party test reports for technical and administrative completeness, initiating Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and maintaining contemporaneous inspection records suitable for turnover, client audit, and Authority Having Jurisdiction review. Position reports to the Project Quality Manager and is assigned 100% on-site to a single project.
Key Responsibilities

Performs in-process and final inspections of electrical installations against the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP), project specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes.
Conducts hold point inspections at defined milestones — including underground pre-pour, rough-in pre-cover, terminations pre-energization, and pre-commissioning — and documents acceptance or rejection.
Witnesses, documents, and verifies electrical testing, including insulation resistance, continuity, phase rotation, ground resistance, circuit breaker and relay functional testing, medium voltage cable diagnostics, transformer testing, and UPS, battery, and generator testing.
Reviews third-party and subcontractor test reports (e.g., NETA ATS reports) for technical accuracy, completeness, and administrative defensibility — including verification of certification numbers, signatures, test parameters, and instrument calibration status.
Communicates inspection results to project leadership and craft and recommends corrective procedures for identified deficiencies.
Initiates Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and tracks corrective and preventive actions to verified closeout under the direction of the Project Quality Manager.
Participates in the preparation and maintenance of Quality Control ITPs.
Verifies the installation of electrical systems, components, and equipment in accordance with the assigned discipline and contract documents.
Performs control measuring and tests equipment.
Assists material handling personnel with required material storage, handling, and preventive maintenance requirements as needed.
Maintains complete, accurate, and contemporaneous inspection records in accordance with Sundt's Quality Management System.
Participates in activities to support the company's strategic planning efforts.
Journeyman Electrician status required — current journeyman license or equivalent documented completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship program.
2+ years of experience in electrical quality control and/or commissioning, in addition to journey-level field experience.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (current adopted edition), NFPA 70E, NETA ATS, and IEEE standards applicable to electrical construction and field testing.
Ability to read and interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and conduit schedules.
HS Degree Required.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Physical Requirements

Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Educational Assistance

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